KS1 Science Worksheets: Free Printable Activities
There are 32 free KS1 science printables on this page, for Key Stage 1 (ages 5 to 7). Science sheets cover living things, materials, forces, light, sound, electricity and the Earth. Every sheet is made by Jaques of London: two A4 pages, with the activity on page 1 and notes for the grown-up on page 2.
What KS1 science covers
Key Stage 1 science covers plants, animals including humans, living things and their habitats, everyday materials and the seasons.
Year 1 KS1 science
13 free printables. All Year 1 worksheets
Animal Groups True or FalseMammals, birds, fish, reptiles and amphibians.10 minAnswers
Autumn Leaf CollectionCollect and name five tree leaves.
Day Length Through the YearAre summer days and winter days the same?.Answers
Material Properties HuntFind hard, soft, rough and shiny things.
Materials Match UpJoin each object to its material.15 minAnswers
Melting Snow ExperimentGuess which ice cube melts first. Then test it.Answers
Pets Needs ChecklistWhat does a pet need to stay well?.Answers
Spring Flowers SpotterSpot spring flowers on a walk and cross them off.
Weather ChartRecord the weather every day for a week.
Weather DiaryRecord the weather every day for a week.Answers
Which Material Is BestTest which material keeps the rain out.Answers
Winter Birds SpotterTick the garden birds you see.
Winter Nature Walk BingoSpot these things on a winter walk. Tick them off.
Year 2 KS1 science
15 free printables. All Year 2 worksheets
Autumn Scavenger HuntFind these signs of autumn outside.
Bean Growing DiaryDraw how your bean plant grows.15 minAnswers
Bird Feeder CraftMake a feeder for garden birds.
Evergreen Trees FactsIs each tree evergreen or deciduous? Write it on the line.Answers
Garden Wildlife BingoSpot nine garden creatures.
Habitat Word ScrambleUnscramble five habitats using the clues.10 minAnswers
How Seeds Grow DiaryRecord your seed from seed to seedling.
Micro Habitats HuntTick the small places you find outdoors.Answers
Park Scavenger HuntSpot and tick twelve things in the park.
Rock Pool SpotterShore creatures bingo.
Seed Dispersal CardsHow do seeds travel to new places?.Answers
Waterproof Test ChartWhich material keeps a teddy dry?.Answers
Weather Symbols BingoListen to the weather word and mark your card.
Why Sleep MattersTrack five bedtimes and how you feel.Answers
Winter Weather ChartRecord the weather for six days.Answers
More KS1 science
4 free printables.
Five Senses Activity - Key Stage 1
Food Chains - Key Stage 1
Moon Tracking DiaryGet to know the magic of the night sky, as we track the fascinating motion of the moon and how it effects the Earth.
Recycling Game - Key Stage 1Get recycling ready with our Free Printable Download - Match the rubbish to the correct recycling bin.
Questions parents and teachers ask
What does KS1 science cover?
Key Stage 1 science covers plants, animals including humans, living things and their habitats, everyday materials and the seasons.
Are these KS1 science printables free?
Yes. All 32 are free to print for home, classroom and home education use.
Which year groups are they for?
They cover Year 1 and Year 2.
Do the sheets include answers?
Answers are included on 15 of the 32 sheets. The rest are open tasks, and page 2 explains what a good answer looks like.
How long does each sheet take?
Most take 10 to 15 minutes. Each sheet is two A4 pages. Page 1 is the activity and page 2 has notes for the grown-up.
Can teachers use them in class?
Yes. They work as starters, plenaries, early finisher tasks, homework or table activities, and need no preparation beyond printing.
Do I need a colour printer?
No. Black and white printing is fine for almost every sheet.
Last updated 2026-11-09. Written by the Mini Minds Hub team at Jaques of London.